An up-to-date and highly accessible introduction...an invaluable resource

Dr Elizabeth Shaw, Senior Lecturer, University of Aberdeen

A model of clarity...perfect balance between clear, succinct and accessible explanations and critical analysis.

Kate Goodwin, Senior Lecturer in Law, University of Gloucestershire

A number of my students have said it's their favourite textbook

Dr Micheál O'Flynn, Lecturer, University of Glasgow

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An excellent, comprehensive text with great additional online resources...assists students with learning the technical basics, and introduces them to some key debates

Dr Alex Dymock, Lecturer in Law, Goldsmiths, University of London

Smith, Hogan, & Ormerod's Essentials of Criminal Law provides an ideal gateway into the dynamic world of criminal law. Focused, expert coverage, a hallmark of the Smith, Hogan, and Ormerod books, is supported by a wealth of student-friendly learning features that enhance learning in this ideal introduction for first time students. Dr John Child and Professor David Ormerod QC skilfully guide the new undergraduate reader through the subject, addressing all the key topics on the LLB. Complex issues are demystified and explained, offering a clear understanding of all offences and principles. Particular attention is paid to student assessment, with end of chapter sections offering advice on how to approach essay and problem questions. Short learning and assessment tips are provided throughout the chapters. Digital formats and resources The fourth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources. The e-book offers a mobile experience and convenient access along with self-test questions, videos, animated diagrams, audio introductions, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks The online resources include: - Over 400 self-test questions - A selection of videos from the authors explaining key topics and principles - Sample examination questions with answer guidance to help hone your assessment skills - Chapter summary sheets - Animated diagrams - Audio introductions to each chapter - Web links and further reading
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Smith, Hogan, & Ormerod's Essentials of Criminal Law takes students to the heart of this fascinating subject, providing focused, expert coverage alongside a wealth of student-friendly learning features to aid study. This is the perfect gateway into criminal law.
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1: Introduction 2: Actus reus 3: Mens rea 4: Interaction of actus reus and mens rea 5: Murder 6: Manslaughter 7: Non-fatal offences against the person 8: Sexual offences 9: Property offences 10: Fraud 11: General inchoate offences 12: Parties to crime 13: Denial of an offence 14: General defences
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Combines the authority you would expect from a Smith, Hogan, and Ormerod title with numerous supportive learning features and an eye on developing analytical and assessment skills The text offers a thorough, accessible, and unique introduction to criminal law for the student reader Over 150 figures and tables aid learning and revision, graphically presenting some of the key concepts and principles of criminal law Key cases are highlighted across the chapters with a brief summary of the main facts and judgment Numerous learning features across the text highlight sources for extra reading, assessment advice, and flag common areas of confusion to avoid Each chapter includes a section on reform including noted academic criticism of the law, furthering students' analytical understanding Each chapter ends with a section dedicated to assessment advice, including how to approach problem questions and correctly apply legal knowledge A range of online resources are available, including video tutorials from the authors and students, examination questions with answer guidance from the authors, self-test questions, chapter summaries, and further reading. Also available as an e-book enhanced with self-assessment activities and multi-media content to offer a fully immersive experience and extra learning support
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John Child is a Reader in Criminal Law at the University of Birmingham, Co-Director of the Birmingham Centre for Crime, Justice and Policing, and Co-Director of the Criminal Law Reform Now Network. Prior to this, John lectured at the University of Sussex and Oxford Brookes Law School. David Ormerod QC (Hon) is Professor of Criminal Justice at University College London, Deputy High Court Judge, and a Door Tenant at Red Lion Chambers.
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Combines the authority you would expect from a Smith, Hogan, and Ormerod title with numerous supportive learning features and an eye on developing analytical and assessment skills The text offers a thorough, accessible, and unique introduction to criminal law for the student reader Over 150 figures and tables aid learning and revision, graphically presenting some of the key concepts and principles of criminal law Key cases are highlighted across the chapters with a brief summary of the main facts and judgment Numerous learning features across the text highlight sources for extra reading, assessment advice, and flag common areas of confusion to avoid Each chapter includes a section on reform including noted academic criticism of the law, furthering students' analytical understanding Each chapter ends with a section dedicated to assessment advice, including how to approach problem questions and correctly apply legal knowledge A range of online resources are available, including video tutorials from the authors and students, examination questions with answer guidance from the authors, self-test questions, chapter summaries, and further reading. Also available as an e-book enhanced with self-assessment activities and multi-media content to offer a fully immersive experience and extra learning support
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780198869962
Publisert
2021
Utgave
4. utgave
Utgiver
Oxford University Press; Oxford University Press
Vekt
1068 gr
Høyde
243 mm
Bredde
177 mm
Dybde
34 mm
Aldersnivå
U, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
704

Om bidragsyterne

John Child is a Reader in Criminal Law at the University of Birmingham, Co-Director of the Birmingham Centre for Crime, Justice and Policing, and Co-Director of the Criminal Law Reform Now Network. Prior to this, John lectured at the University of Sussex and Oxford Brookes Law School. David Ormerod QC (Hon) is Professor of Criminal Justice at University College London, Deputy High Court Judge, and a Door Tenant at Red Lion Chambers.